Are we alone in the universe? In this highly anticipated episode of 'Last Meal,' I journey to the historic city of Oxford to meet one of the most influential evolutionary biologists of our time, Professor Richard Dawkins. Author of The Selfish Gene and prolific thought leader, Richard discusses with me the mysteries of our existence, the future of human intelligence, and why he believes truth matters more than comfort. We explore the clash between science and religion, the limits of human perception, and the biggest questions to which he regrets never living to learn the answers.
We delve into his groundbreaking theories on evolution, the gene's eye view of life, and his thoughts on potential alien life. Discover Dawkins' latest book, musings on what motivates scientists against the daunting backdrop of mortality, and even his unexpected 'last meal' choice. This conversation is peppered with revelations about the quest for knowledge and the poetic elegance of scientific discovery, promising food for thought long after the last bite.
00:00 Intro
00:55 Background and Career
01:19 Richard's Last Meal
01:46 Vegetarianism and Career Alternatives
02:48 Contributions to Science
03:56 Defining Moments
04:23 The Genetic Book of the Dead
08:17 The Scientist of the Future
14:20 Reflections on Religion and Science
16:27 The Motivation Behind Scientific Pursuits
20:31 Evolutionary Processes and Human Genealogy
22:13 Writing and Personal Reflections
24:04 Final Thoughts and Farewell
25.34 Last Word
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🎬 Credits:
Producers: Desh Amila | Peter Cramer | Tom Nash
Series DOP: Lauren Muir
Opening Titles Cinematography: Patrick Harris
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Additional Cinematography:
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Jonathon LeGrice (https://www.jonolegrice.com/)
Editors: Peter Cramer | Tom Nash
🍽️ Special Thanks:Opening titles filmed at Porteño, Sydney – a huge thank you to Ben, Elvis & the team for their hospitality, and for Sydney’s finest dining experience.
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